If you’re building or upgrading your skincare routine, adding a toner is one of the smartest steps you can take.
The Tolpa Authentic Facial Toner (£8.99) combines gentle exfoliation, hydration, and skin barrier support in one affordable bottle, making it ideal for daily use on all skin types — especially sensitive or dull skin that needs a radiance boost.
What This Toner Does
The Tolpa Authentic Facial Toner is designed to be used after cleansing to rebalance and refresh the skin. Its main functions include:
- Restoring the skin’s natural pH balance, which is essential after cleansing to keep the skin comfortable and receptive to serums and moisturisers.
- Providing gentle daily micro‑exfoliation, helping to remove dead skin cells for a smoother complexion without irritation.
- Deep hydration and moisture support to leave skin feeling soft, supple, and less tight or dry.
- Supporting the skin’s microbiome and hydrolipid barrier, strengthening the protective layer that keeps harmful bacteria out and moisture in.
This toner is lightweight, fast‑absorbing, and free from artificial fragrances, which makes it especially suitable for sensitive or reactive skin that needs calming support rather than harsh actives.
Key Ingredients and Their Benefits
The formula is simplified yet highly effective thanks to carefully selected ingredients that work together to improve skin texture, hydration and tone:
- Peat Extract (Tolpa Peat) – A multi‑botanical antioxidant complex rich in natural compounds that help protect the skin from oxidative stress, strengthen resilience, and support the protective barrier. Antioxidants can also improve overall comfort and skin health.
- Glycolic Acid – A gentle alpha‑hydroxy acid (AHA) that provides light daily exfoliation, helping to loosen dead skin cells and promote a smoother, more even texture.
- Pentylene Glycol – A plant‑derived humectant that attracts and retains moisture, boosting hydration without heaviness.
- Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate (Vitamin C SAP) – A stable form of vitamin C that supports brighter‑looking skin and a more even tone over time.
- Lactic Acid & Sodium Lactate – Naturally occurring humectants that enhance moisture retention and help improve skin smoothness and feel.
Together, these ingredients help revive lacklustre skin, improve visible texture, and ensure your face feels hydrated and primed for serums or moisturisers.
How to Use
Use this toner after cleansing your face, in both your morning and evening skincare routines. 
You can apply it with a cotton pad or gently press it into the skin with your palms. Avoid the eye area, and once absorbed, follow with a serum and moisturiser. With regular use, your skin should feel smoother, more balanced and visibly healthier.